Certified Medical Assistant to Practical Nursing Bridge

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CMA to LPN Bridge next class September 2027

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to Practical Nursing Bridge Program is an 16-month diploma program that combines classroom instruction, laboratory training, and clinical experience. This comprehensive approach prepares students for the diverse roles and responsibilities of today’s practical nurse.

Applicants must hold current certification as a Medical Assistant from an accredited institution to be eligible for admission, which earns 120 clock hours for credit toward the Practical Nursing program.

Students must pass the Anatomy & Physiology prerequisite course, which earns 96 clock hours of credit toward the program.

This program is designed as a part-time evening and weekend option to accommodate working professionals. Classes are held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., with alternating Fridays and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Overview

Information Detail
Time Commitment Part Time
Typical Program Length 16 Months
Clock Hours 1,296
Class Type Day, Night
Credentials Diploma
Total Tuition/Fees $5,024.00
Textbook/Supplies Cost $2,212.50

Program Credentials

Option NameHoursCredentials
Pratical Nursing1296Diploma

To apply for the Certified Medical Assistant Practical Nursing program, applicants must meet all general admissions requirements, specific requirements (including but not limited to a regular high school diploma or equivalent, being at least 18 years of age, passing the HESI Entrance Exam, being a licensed Certified Medical Assistant from an accredited instiution), and any documents for points by the published deadline to be considered for the class. Acceptance is competitive and is based on a point system. Completion of admission requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program. 

Campus Locations

Main Campus
100 White Bridge Pike
Nashville, TN 37209

Curriculum/Courses

First Trimester: 
MPN 0001 - Worker Characteristics
MPN 1010 - Basic Nursing Principles for CMA
MPN 1020 - Fundamentals of Nursing for CMA
MPN 1030 - Administration of Medications and Basic IV
MPN 1040 - Clinical I for CMA
Second Trimester: 
MPN 0002 - Worker Characteristics
MPN 2010 - Pharmacology I for CMA
MPN 2020 - Mental Health for CMA
MPN 2030 - Medical and Surgical Nursing I for CMA
MPN 2040 - Maternity Health for CMA
MPN 2050 - Clinical II for CMA
Third Trimester: 
MPN 0003 - Worker Characteristics
MPN 3010 - Clinical III for CMA
MPN 3020 - Advanced Professional Vocational Relations for CMA
MPN 3030 - Pediatric Nursing for CMA
MPN 3040 - Pharmacology II for CMA
MPN 3050 - Medical and Surgical Nursing II for CMA

Instructors

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